Studies of Whistle-Blowers Indicate That Many Are Praised by Their

question 53

True/False

Studies of whistle-blowers indicate that many are praised by their peers and managers, and often receive promotions for their actions.

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Definitions:

Variable-Ratio

A reinforcement schedule where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, making it highly effective in maintaining behavior.

Fixed-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses, often used in behavior modification.

Stimulus Generalization

The psychological phenomenon whereby a response to a specific stimulus becomes associated with other stimuli, leading to a similar response.

Variable-Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed.